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Select Cable: Installation

CAUTION:
  • Check that the protector (b) is set between the clamps (a).
  • If the protector (b) is offset, set it between the clamps (a).
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  1. Install the cable plate.
    CAUTION:

    Be careful not to twist the boot.

    Tightening torque: 

    18 N.m (1.8 kgf.m, 13.3 ft.lb)

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  2. Set a new clamp on the select lever and secure it by bending the claw.
    NOTE: Install it with the claw facing the rear side.
  3. Insert the select cable into the select lever and secure it with the clamp.
    CAUTION: Do not apply excessive load while holding the part (a).
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  4. Temporarily Install the adjusting nut (rear) to the select cable.
  5. Connect the select cable to the transmission main body.
    CAUTION: Do not apply excessive load while holding the part (a).
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    NOTE: Set the washer before installing the snap pin.

    Tightening torque: 

    25 N.m (2.5 kgf.m, 18.4 ft.lb)

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  6. Adjust the select cable free play Ref. to CONTROL SYSTEMS>SELECT CABLE>ADJUSTMENT .
  7. Install the center exhaust cover.

    H4DO model: 

    Ref. to EXHAUST (H4DO)>REAR EXHAUST PIPE>INSTALLATION .

    H4DOTC model: 

    Ref. to EXHAUST (H4DOTC)>REAR EXHAUST PIPE>INSTALLATION .

  8. Release the shift lock and shift the select lever to the "P range". Ref. to CONTROL SYSTEMS>SELECT LEVER>INSTALLATION 
  9. Connect the ground terminal to battery sensor. Ref. to REPAIR CONTENTS>NOTE>BATTERY .